Dear VDMA members,
The HealthTech Networking Night is designed for professionals and executives from VDMA member companies as well as stakeholders from the HealthTech ecosystem in China.
The event provides a platform to explore the latest trends, technological advancements, and market developments shaping the future of healthcare and medical technology. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with peers, exchange insights, and discuss emerging opportunities and challenges within the industry.
Through discussions with industry experts, business leaders, and fellow participants, attendees will gain valuable insights into the evolving medical sector while expanding their professional network in an open and engaging environment.
We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event and to sharing a night of valuable insights, networking, and collaboration.
With kind regards,
VDMA and GMECS Shanghai
Agenda
4
00PM
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4
30PM
4
30PM
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4
35PM
Welcome Address
Daniel Yoo4
35PM
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4
50PM
4
50PM
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5
20PM
Navigating Medical Device Localization Requirements in China and Licensing in and out of China
Dr. Ulrike Glueck•Nicolas Zhu•Dr. Philine-Luise PulstCMS, China - CMS Hasche Sigle Shanghai Representative Office (Germany)
5
20PM
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5
40PM
5
40PM
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6
10PM
6
10PM
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8
30PM
8
30PM
Welcome Address
Speakers
Daniel Yoo
Chief Representative at VDMA ShanghaiCurrent Challenges for MedTech Suppliers
VDMA Health Tech
Speakers
Niklas Kuczaty
Managing Director of VDMA Health TechNiklas Kuczaty started working for the VDMA in 2012. Since 2018 he leads the Medtech and Healthtech sector within the association. He drives strategic initiatives, represents industry interests in policy discussions, and promotes innovation in areas such as automation, robotics, and digitalization in healthcare
Navigating Medical Device Localization Requirements in China and Licensing in and out of China
CMS, China - CMS Hasche Sigle Shanghai Representative Office (Germany)
Speakers
Dr. Ulrike Glueck
Chief Representative and Managing Partner at CMS, ChinaDr. Ulrike Glueck is Managing Partner and Head of Corporate Practice Area Group and TMC Sector Group of CMS China Shanghai Office. Ulrike has been working on-site in China since 1998 and has over 30 years experience in China-related work. She has advised a large number of companies in various industry sectors in projects relating to M&A, foreign direct investment and restructuring. Ulrike also led the team in China to win a series of awards from Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, Asian Legal Business, China Business Law Awards etc. Ulrike has been recognized as one of China’s Top Lawyers by China Business Law Journal for 9 years.
Nicolas Zhu
Partner at CMS, ChinaMr. Nicolas Zhu is Partner and Head of Life Sciences and Healthcare Sector Group of CMS China Shanghai Office. He has more than 20 years’ experience in working extensively for mainly European clients. His main expertise is in the fields of foreign direct investment, M&A and regulatory compliance in life sciences and healthcare, foods and beverages, consumer goods and luxury goods. Nicolas has advised many foreign medical devices companies on the localization of medical devices, including license-in projects.
Dr. Philine-Luise Pulst
Counsel at CMS, ChinaDr. Philine-Luise Pulst is Counsel at CMS Germany Hamburg Office and has more than eight years of experience in the life sciences and intellectual property sectors. She advises medical device and pharmaceutical companies on regulatory matters, with a particular focus on market access and commercialisation. In addition, she provides legal counsel on ESG-related issues, particularly sustainability communications and green claims. She also supports clients in the pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetics, food and feed, and consumer goods industries in the enforcement of intellectual property rights, including anti-counterfeiting measures and actions against illegal parallel imports.
Keynote Presentation 3
Siemens Shanghai Medical Equipment Ltd.
Speakers
Hagen Klausmann
Vice President, SSME AT of Siemens Shanghai Medical Equipment Ltd.Hagen Klausmann brings multiple years of successful leadership in engineering and technology, combined with deep knowledge in the development of medical systems and highly automated productions. With global experience and a strong focus on Asia, he currently serves as Vice President at Siemens Shanghai Medical Equipment Ltd. In this role, he drives innovation in advanced therapy solutions and R&D, bridging technical excellence with international collaboration.
Speakers
Niklas
Kuczaty
Managing Director of VDMA Health Tech
Niklas Kuczaty started working for the VDMA in 2012. Since 2018 he leads the Medtech and Healthtech sector within the association. He drives strategic initiatives, represents industry interests in policy discussions, and promotes innovation in areas such as automation, robotics, and digitalization in healthcare
Dr. Ulrike
Glueck
Chief Representative and Managing Partner at CMS, China
Dr. Ulrike Glueck is Managing Partner and Head of Corporate Practice Area Group and TMC Sector Group of CMS China Shanghai Office. Ulrike has been working on-site in China since 1998 and has over 30 years experience in China-related work. She has advised a large number of companies in various industry sectors in projects relating to M&A, foreign direct investment and restructuring. Ulrike also led the team in China to win a series of awards from Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, Asian Legal Business, China Business Law Awards etc. Ulrike has been recognized as one of China’s Top Lawyers by China Business Law Journal for 9 years.
Nicolas Zhu
Partner at CMS, China
Mr. Nicolas Zhu is Partner and Head of Life Sciences and Healthcare Sector Group of CMS China Shanghai Office. He has more than 20 years’ experience in working extensively for mainly European clients. His main expertise is in the fields of foreign direct investment, M&A and regulatory compliance in life sciences and healthcare, foods and beverages, consumer goods and luxury goods. Nicolas has advised many foreign medical devices companies on the localization of medical devices, including license-in projects.
Dr. Philine-Luise
Pulst
Counsel at CMS, China
Dr. Philine-Luise Pulst is Counsel at CMS Germany Hamburg Office and has more than eight years of experience in the life sciences and intellectual property sectors. She advises medical device and pharmaceutical companies on regulatory matters, with a particular focus on market access and commercialisation. In addition, she provides legal counsel on ESG-related issues, particularly sustainability communications and green claims. She also supports clients in the pharmaceutical, medical device, cosmetics, food and feed, and consumer goods industries in the enforcement of intellectual property rights, including anti-counterfeiting measures and actions against illegal parallel imports.
Hagen
Klausmann
Vice President, SSME AT of Siemens Shanghai Medical Equipment Ltd.
Hagen Klausmann brings multiple years of successful leadership in engineering and technology, combined with deep knowledge in the development of medical systems and highly automated productions. With global experience and a strong focus on Asia, he currently serves as Vice President at Siemens Shanghai Medical Equipment Ltd. In this role, he drives innovation in advanced therapy solutions and R&D, bridging technical excellence with international collaboration.
Daniel Yoo
Chief Representative at VDMA Shanghai
票务信息
VDMA HealthTech Networking Night
RMB 398
Buy TicketNon-VDMA Member
(excl. 6% VAT)
*Event is limited to Healthtech-related companies ONLY!
Sponsors and Partners
Sponsor
CMS, China - CMS Hasche Sigle Shanghai Representative Office (Germany)
CMS is a top global law firm. With more than 7,200 professional legal and tax advisors in over 50 countries and regions, CMS advises clients on both global and local matters and provides pragmatic and solution oriented advice.
CMS has been active in China for more than 30 years and has offices in Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong. As one of the top international law firms, CMS is well placed to advise both overseas companies doing business in China and Chinese companies doing business abroad.
Contact Person
Ms. Han Chen
Senior Project Manager
Email: han.chen@chinavdma.org
German Mechanical Engineering Service (BJ) Co., Ltd. Shanghai Branch (GMECS)